Present Continuous Tense

Definition: The present continuous tense describes the mid of an action. An action that started in the past and will go on to the future. It is used to talk about the things happening right now or around this time. The present continuous tense is used when discussing an ongoing and not yet concluded situation. Present continuous tense is also called present progressive tense. It is formed by using the helping verb “is”,“am” or "are" and present participle (4th form of the verb).

Present Continuous tense in hindi/urdu

Present Continuous Tense in Hindi/Urdu

Present continuous tense vartmaan ya haal ke us zamane ki baat karta hai jis me koi kaam darmiyan me ho ýa phir abhi ho raha ho. Present continuous tense ko jb use kia jata hai jab koi kaam jari ho aur mukammal na hua ho. Present continuous tense ko present progressive tense bhi kaha jata hai. Is tense ke liye helping verb “is”,“am” ya "are" istemaal hote hen aur verb ki present participle (4th form) use hoti hai.

Formula For Present Continuous Tense


Positive Sentence:

Subject+is/am/are+Verb 4th form


Examples:

  • I am having breakfast. (Main nashta kar raha hoon.)
  • She is sitting on a chair. (Wo kursi pe bethi hui hai.)
  • He is writing on book. (Wo ek kitab likh raha hai.)
  • They are calling you. (Wo tumhe bula rahe hen.)

Negative Sentence:

Subject+is/am/are+not+Verb 4th form


Examples:

  • She is not sleeping. (Wo nahi so rahi.)
  • We are not going anywhere. (Hum kahin nahi ja rahe.)
  • It is not raining outside. (Bahir barish nahi ho rahi.)
  • I am not feeling good. (Main acha mehsoos nahi kar raha.)

Interrogative Sentence:

Is/Am/Are+subject+Verb 4th form


Examples:

  • Are you coming with me? (Kya tum mere sath aa rahe ho?)
  • Is he driving? (Kya wo gari chala raha hai?)
  • Are you listening? (Kya tum sun rahe ho?)
  • Is she going to the park? (Kya wo park ja rahi hai?)


Uses Of Present Continuous Tense

a) Actions in Progress (Jaari Kaam):

This tense is primarily used to describe actions that are happening at the moment of speaking.

Examples:

  • I am eating lunch right now.
  • She is reading a book at the moment.

b) Temporary Situations (Waqti Halaat):

It can be used to describe temporary situations or states that are occurring around the time of speaking.

Examples:

  • He is staying with us for a few days.
  • They are working on a project this week.

c) Future Plans (Bhavishya/Mustaqbil Ke Iraade):

In some cases, the present continuous tense can be used to describe future actions when they are part of a fixed plan or arrangement.

Examples:

  • I am meeting John at the airport tomorrow.
  • We are having a party on Saturday.

d) Annoyance or Irritation (Gussa ya Chirchirapan):

It can be used to express annoyance or irritation about a recurring action or situation.

Examples:

  • She is always talking loudly on the phone.
  • He is constantly interrupting me.

e) Trends or Developments (Rujhaan ya Taraqqi) :

The present continuous tense can also be used to describe trends or ongoing developments.

  • The company is expanding its operations.
  • The weather is getting warmer.

f) Descriptions and Commentary (Tafseel se Batana):

It can be used in descriptive or commentary contexts to provide details about an event or situation.

Examples:

  • The chef is skillfully preparing the meal.
  • The team is playing exceptionally well today.

g) Polite Inquiries (Narmi se Puchna):

It is often used to make polite inquiries or requests about someone's current activities.

Examples:

  • Are you enjoying the party?
  • Is she feeling better now?